Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Graphic Era Hill University for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Computer Science and Engineering program range from INR 1.8 lakhs to INR 3 lakhs per year. The total four-year course may cost between INR 8 lakhs and INR 12 lakhs, potentially reaching up to INR 15 lakhs, depending on scholarships based on various criteria such as Uttarakhand domicile, military background, academic performance, and gender. Tuition fees are subjected to moderate annual hikes, typically around 5- 10%.
Additional charges include a one-time admission fee of INR 10,000, refundable caution money of INR 5,000, and semester-based examination, library, and service fees ranging from INR 1,000 to INR 9,000 each. Hostel accommodation incurs an additional annual charge of INR 1.2 lakhs. Scholarships provide significant fee reductions; examples include a 25% fee waiver for Uttarakhand residents, 10% for female students, and other merit-based discounts based on JEE scores or board exam results.
About Bachelor of Arts [BA] {Hons.} (English)
The Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English is a four-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the Department of English at Graphic Era Hill University (GEHU), Dehradun. The programme provides students with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the English language, literature, and culture, covering linguistics, literary theory, creative writing, Shakespearean literature, postcolonial literature, American literature, cultural studies, and a research or dissertation component in the final year, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 framework. The total fees for All India candidates range from approximately Rs. 3.13 lakhs to Rs. 4.06 lakhs over four years (yearly payment mode, after applicable merit scholarships). Admissions are based on Class 12 merit (any stream) or CUET UG scores, and the programme is popular among students aspiring for careers in writing, journalism, academia, content creation, publishing, and communication, as well as those planning to pursue postgraduate studies in English or related fields.
Admissions for the 2026 batch are currently open. GEHU accepts CUET UG 2026 scores (exam scheduled May 11 to May 31, 2026) as well as direct merit-based admissions based on Class 12 aggregate. Applications can be submitted online at apply.gehu.ac.in with an application fee of Rs. 1,500. The batch is expected to commence in August 2026.
Key Points
- Four-year Honours programme aligned with NEP 2020, with a dedicated research or dissertation component in the final year, distinguishing it from the standard three-year BA (English).
- Curriculum spans a wide range of literary genres, periods, and authors, with specialisation options in Shakespearean literature, postcolonial literature, American literature, world literature, and comparative literature.
- Courses in linguistics, composition, rhetoric, literary theory, creative writing, poetry, and screenwriting provide both theoretical and practical exposure.
- Students can participate in internships, literary clubs, workshops, writing groups, and research projects, and have opportunities to develop a global perspective through world literature and postcolonial studies.
- Open to students from any stream in Class 12, making it accessible to a wide range of candidates.
- Provisional admission available for Class 12 appearing students based on projected scores calculated from Class 10 performance.
GEHU BA (Hons.) English Fees
The fee structure for BA (Hons.) English at GEHU Dehradun (2026 intake) is merit-based, with the same tuition fee across all merit brackets but varying scholarship amounts. For All India candidates, the total 4-year fees (yearly payment mode, after merit scholarship) range from Rs. 3,13,319 (for students with 95% or above in Class 12) to Rs. 4,05,719 (for students with 65-70% in Class 12). Uttarakhand and hilly state candidates benefit from a state concession on tuition fees, with total 4-year fees ranging from Rs. 2,71,889 to Rs. 3,40,289. One-time charges of Rs. 18,000 (Admission Fee Rs. 10,000 + Enrolment Fee Rs. 5,000 + Caution Money Rs. 3,000) are payable at the time of admission.
Fee Components
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) - All India | Rs. 56,900 per semester (Rs. 1,13,800/year) |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) - All India | Rs. 57,700 per semester (Rs. 1,15,400/year) |
| Tuition Fee (Year 3) - All India | Rs. 60,585 per semester (Rs. 1,21,170/year) |
| Tuition Fee (Year 4) - All India | Rs. 63,614 per semester (Rs. 1,27,228/year) |
| Other Charges (Exam, Library, Insurance, Sports, PDP etc.) | Rs. 18,500/year (yearly payment) |
| Admission Fee (One-Time) | Rs. 10,000 |
| Enrolment Fee (One-Time) | Rs. 5,000 |
| Caution Money (Refundable, One-Time) | Rs. 3,000 |
| Total Fees - All India (Yearly Mode, 12th >=95%) | Rs. 3,13,319 (4 years) |
| Total Fees - All India (Yearly Mode, 12th 65-70%) | Rs. 4,05,719 (4 years) |
| Total Fees - State Candidates (Yearly Mode, 12th >=95%) | Rs. 2,71,889 (4 years) |
| Total Fees - State Candidates (Yearly Mode, 12th 65-70%) | Rs. 3,40,289 (4 years) |
| Hostel Fees (Optional, Boys - Triple Non-AC) | Rs. 1,47,500 to Rs. 1,55,000/year |
| Hostel Fees (Optional, Girls - Triple Non-AC) | Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 1,57,500/year |
- Caution Money of Rs. 3,000 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the university.
- A 5% additional discount is applicable on tuition fees for students opting for yearly payment mode (already reflected in the total fees above).
- No academic scholarship is available for students with 65-70% in Class 12 (scholarship amount is Rs. 0 for this bracket); however, Diversity Scholarship of Rs. 6,000 per semester may apply for eligible candidates.
- Academic Scholarship is frozen at the bracket availed at the time of admission for the entire course duration, subject to maintaining a minimum 7 SGPA each semester and no active backlogs.
- Hostel fees are optional and not included in the Total Fees rows above.
- Hostel Security (Refundable): Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 depending on hostel; One-Time Hostel Registration Fee: Rs. 10,000.
- Fees are subject to revision as per university policy.
GEHU BA (Hons.) English Admission 2026
Admissions to BA (Hons.) English at GEHU Dehradun for the 2026 batch are currently open. The process is entirely online and merit-based, with no separate entrance test conducted by the university. Candidates from any stream in Class 12 are eligible to apply. Shortlisting is done based on Class 12 aggregate or CUET UG 2026 scores. Provisional admissions are also offered to meritorious students based on projected Class 12 scores calculated from Class 10 performance.
GEHU Admission Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Admissions Open (2026 Batch) | Open (Ongoing) |
| Online Application Portal | apply.gehu.ac.in |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,500 |
| Provisional Admission (Class 12 Appearing) | Based on projected scores from Class 10 |
| Final Admission / Course Fee Payment | After Class 12 results / CUET scores |
| Batch Commencement (Tentative) | August 2026 |
CUET UG 2026 Exam Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CUET UG 2026 Application Start | January 3, 2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Application End | February 26, 2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Admit Card | May 5, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CUET UG 2026 Exam | May 11 - May 31, 2026 |
| CUET UG 2026 Answer Key | June 17, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CUET UG 2026 Result | July 4, 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates must have passed Class XII from any recognised board in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
- Students appearing in Class 12 are also eligible to apply for provisional admission.
- CUET UG score is accepted as an alternative to Class 12 merit for admission.
Admission Process:
- Visit the official GEHU website (gehu.ac.in) and choose BA (Hons.) English under the Department of English.
- Fill the online application form and upload required documents (Class 10 and 12 marksheets, ID proof, photograph).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
- Seat allotment is done based on Class 12 merit or CUET UG score.
- Pay the course fee to confirm admission and receive the provisional/final allotment letter digitally.
- Report to the campus on the designated date for batch commencement.
GEHU BA (Hons.) English Scholarships 2026
GEHU Dehradun offers a merit-based scholarship structure for BA (Hons.) English students, with the academic scholarship locked in at the time of admission for the entire four-year duration. The scholarship is applied every semester, provided the student maintains a minimum SGPA of 7.0 and has no backlogs. Students with 65-70% in Class 12 do not receive an academic scholarship, though they may be eligible for the Diversity Scholarship. Additional concessions are available for female candidates, wards of defence personnel, siblings of current students or alumni, and Graphic Era alumni.
Scholarship Structure
| Scholarship / Concession | Amount / Benefit | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=95% or CUET avg >=178) | Rs. 9,000 per semester | Merit-based, locked for full duration |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=90% to less than 95%) | Rs. 8,000 per semester | Merit-based |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=85% to less than 90%) | Rs. 6,000 per semester | Merit-based |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=80% to less than 85%) | Rs. 5,000 per semester | Merit-based |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=75% to less than 80%) | Rs. 3,000 per semester | Merit-based |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=70% to less than 75%) | Rs. 2,000 per semester | Merit-based |
| Academic Scholarship (12th >=65% to less than 70%) | Rs. 0 (no scholarship) | Not applicable |
| Diversity Scholarship (12th >=70%) | Rs. 9,000 per semester (Rs. 6,000 for 60-69.99%) | 10% of All India seats reserved |
| Female Candidate Concession | 10% on Net Tuition Fee | All female candidates |
| Ward of Defence Personnel Concession | 5% on Net Tuition Fee | Wards of current/ex-servicemen |
| Loyalty Concession | 10% on Net Tuition Fee | Candidates with UG degree from Graphic Era Group |
| Sibling Concession | 7.5% (current student) / 5% (alumni) on Net Tuition Fee | Immediate siblings of current GEHU students or alumni |
| State Concession | Special fee concession on tuition fee | Candidates from Uttarakhand, HP, J&K, Sikkim, and other hilly states |
| Annual Payment Discount | 5% on Net Tuition Fee | Students paying fees annually |
- A maximum of Academic Scholarship + 3 additional scholarships/concessions can be availed simultaneously.
- Scholarship is discontinued for any semester where SGPA falls below 7.0 or a backlog is recorded, but reinstated in subsequent semesters upon meeting the criteria.
- All scholarships require valid supporting documents at the time of admission.
- The 5% annual payment discount is applied after all other scholarships are calculated and is not counted within the 3 additional scholarships limit.
GEHU BA (Hons.) English FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between BA (English) and BA (Hons.) English at GEHU?
Ans. The BA (English) is a three-year programme, while the BA (Hons.) English is a four-year programme with a more in-depth curriculum and a dedicated research or dissertation component in the final year, aligned with the NEP 2020 framework. The Honours programme is better suited for students planning to pursue postgraduate studies (MA English, MA Linguistics, MBA) or research-oriented careers. Both programmes are offered at GEHU Dehradun.
Ques. Is English compulsory as a subject in Class 12 to apply for BA (Hons.) English at GEHU?
Ans. No, English as a separate subject in Class 12 is not a mandatory requirement. Candidates from any stream (Science, Commerce, or Arts) with a minimum of 50% aggregate in Class 12 are eligible to apply. However, a strong command of the English language is naturally expected given the nature of the programme.
Ques. Does GEHU conduct a separate entrance exam for BA (Hons.) English admissions?
Ans. No, GEHU does not conduct a separate entrance exam. Admissions are purely merit-based, using Class 12 aggregate marks or CUET UG scores. The entire process is online and no interview or written test is required.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BA (Hons.) English from GEHU?
Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Writers, Journalists, Editors, Publishers, Public Relations Specialists, Advertising Copywriters, Content Strategists, Social Media Specialists, Literary Agents, and Teachers. The Honours degree also provides a strong foundation for MA in English, MA in Journalism and Mass Communication, or MBA programmes. The research component in the final year is particularly valued for academic and research-oriented careers.
Ques. Can a student from a Science or Commerce background apply for BA (Hons.) English at GEHU?
Ans. Yes, students from any stream in Class 12 (Science, Commerce, or Arts) with a minimum of 50% aggregate are eligible to apply for BA (Hons.) English at GEHU. The programme is open to all streams.
Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for BA (Hons.) English students at GEHU Dehradun?
Ans. Yes, GEHU Dehradun has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel fees for the 2026-27 session range from Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 2,30,000 per year depending on the hostel and room type. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for this programme.